Christone “Kingfish” Ingram at 52 Sumner!
2022 Grammy Winner "Kingfish" will bring his bring his brand of electrifying blues and help us raise funds for SPAV community events.
Date and time
Location
52 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, MA, USA
52 Sumner Avenue Springfield, MA 01108Refund Policy
Agenda
6:30 PM
Doors Open
7:00 PM
Madison Curbelo from Westfield & The Voice and short program
8:00 PM
Kingfish takes the Stage
About this event
- 3 hours 30 minutes
All Seating Options on Sale Now:
VIP Seat -Guaranteed first 6 rows of seating.
Ring of Honor Seats. Between VIP and Supporter/General Admission.
Supporter/General Admission. Last rows of seating.
SPAV Fundraiser with Kingfish!
Come join us for a fantastic evening at our Springfield Performing Arts Ventures, Inc. Fundraiser! Kingfish is our Special Guest. You do not want to miss this unforgettable event. The fundraiser will be held at the 52 Sumner event space. Do not miss your chance to support the arts here in the Greater Springfield community and to see an award winning artist in this cool, intimate, and newly renovated cultural arts center!
The Act- Kingfish -
Christone "Kingfish" Ingram (born January 19, 1999) is an American blues guitarist and singer from Clarksdale, Mississippi, United States, who became a well-known performer as a teenager. His debut album, Kingfish, was released in May 2019. In addition to his own albums, musicians he has recorded with include Eric Gales, Buddy Guy and Keb Mo. He has shared the stage with well-known blues artists and younger blues musicians such as the Tedeschi Trucks Band, Samantha Fish, Bob Margolin, Eric Gales, Mr. Sipp, Rick Derringer, Guitar Shorty and Buddy Guy.
On April 3, 2022, Ingram won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Blues Album for 662 at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards. In 2023, Ingram was named as the 'Contemporary Blues Male Artist of the Year' at the Blues Music Awards. Ingram also joined the Rolling Stones in Hyde Park, London as part of the 2022 British Summer Time. Christone "Kingfish" Ingram is quickly becoming the defining blues voice of a generation, and his performances offer a once in a lifetime experience to see a rising bles star.
Our Mission-
At Springfield Performing Arts Ventures, Inc., our mission is to ignite the artistic spirit within our urban community, providing a haven for creative expression, cultural enrichment, and personal growth through the arts. We are committed to breaking down barriers, ensuring that everyone, regardless of background, can access, participate in, and be inspired by the arts. Through education, performance, and outreach, we strive to foster a more vibrant, connected, and culturally enriched city, promoting unity and understanding among all our residents.
In short, your support allows us to provide our community with affordable access to the arts.
The Venue-
52 Sumner is a new venue for the arts, including live music and other entertainment at the old church at 52 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, MA. Once the home of Faith United Church, the building was built in 1894 and designed by renowned architect William Van Alen, famous for his design of the Chrysler Building in NYC. 52 Sumner has been transformed into a captivating arts, entertainment, and event venue set in Springfield's stately Forest Park neighborhood. The hall accommodates over four hundred people and has undergone hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of improvements including a brand-new in-house sound and lighting system.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, there will be a limited amount general admission tickets. Supporter/General Admission tickets include some seating and some standing room. First come, first serve in order of ticket purchases. Act now .
VIP seats are guaranteed to be located in the first six rows, which means you will most likely be within 30' or so from the stage.
Yes, beverage services will include soft drinks, beer, wine, seltzers, and a liquor selection for mixed drinks.
Yes, SPAV is a recognized 501(c)(3)organization.
The funds that are raised for this event will go towards future programming and certain small enhancements that may need to be made to accommodate certain types of programming.
There is a lot across the street that can be used for parking. Look for the 52 Sumner parking A frame signs. Routine updates will be circulated in the days leading up to the show.